Scoutbook.com

Every unit has a method of tracking their Scouts. Advancement, activities, special awards etc. There are software programs and online resources for tracking, even an Excel spreadsheet can be used. But I want to introduce you to a real cool way of tracking your unit. Scoutbook.com.
Before I go any further, I should say in full disclosure that my unit does not use Scoutbook.com…. yet. I was made aware of Scoutbook.com recently and thought I would review it and let you all know about some of the great features it has. I should also say that as a Scoutmaster, I rarely get involved in any of this, but with Scoutbook.com your committee will be very happy to have such an awesome tool at their finger tips.
At first look I love the interface. The ease of the program. It is clean and requires no hunting to find what you are looking for.Second thing that you notice right away is that the Scout has some responsibility for his advancement in this program. Just like their Scout handbook, the Scout himself now has the ability to track and maintain parts of his record keeping. Yes, he still needs to get the work done and Yes, he still needs to see the Scoutmaster or who ever signs the book. But with Scoutbook.com, he has everything at his fingertips electronically.
I remember Former Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzucca reminding us to take Scouting where the Scouts are. Well, 78% of our teens have cell phones, and not just cell phones, but smart phones. So put this tool in their hands and see if they get excited about this part of Scouting.
I love that Scoutbook.com is on “The Cloud”. Pretty much the world that we live in. The ability to have data on your tablet, phone, computer or other device is critical these days.
Ok, So the Committee has a role in this, the Scout has a role in this, and the leaders all have roles in this. It is a total package deal. Constantly updated to meet all of the BSA requirements, linked to ScoutNet, and easy to use.
As a leader, you can track and maintain your training records. I am sure that the Training chair on your committee would love for your help on that.
Printing Blue cards is a snap also.. right from your device.
Merit Badge counselors can track the Scout and report percentages of complete to the committee in real-time.
For the leader, you can track multiple Scouts with just a few clicks. Monitoring those first year Scouts sometimes can be chore. But using the tools in Scoutbook.com they have been made easy and right at your finger tips.
Troop Committees can print beautiful reports and even the 34403 form to purchasing awards and advancement for your next Court of Honor.
Scoutbook.com is 100% secure and allows the unit to decide who gets what access. The Scout, the Leaders, Merit Badge Counselors, and the Committee all have functions suited to them.
There are many features of Scoutbook.com that I can’t write about here, it would take pages on the blog.
If you are currently using other tracking software or online programs you may be able to transfer your data, but before you do, check out Scoutbook.com and see all of this for yourself. It is worth a look.
And here is something cool about Scoutbook.com… You can have it for a year free because you read my blog.The first 3 readers that send me an email (tbirdironchef@gmail.com) and ask for the subscription will get an annual subscription to Scoutbook.com. You need to check out the website to see all of the benefits that come with this cool program.
I think it is a resource that you and your unit need to look into.Have a Great Scouting Day!

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